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4 stocks to invest in to secure your financial future

Investing has long been a successful way to build wealth. Here are four good prospects to get you started.

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Could these 3 contrarian stock ideas be Warren Buffett type opportunities?

Ainsworth Game Technology Limited (ASX:AGI), Breville Group Ltd (ASX:BRG) and Super Retail Group Ltd (ASX:SUL) are trading at knocked-down prices…

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Will Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd get a fresh start in 2015?

Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) has been a serial underperformer, but that could all change in 2015.

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Why your cheaper tank of petrol could lead to a cut in BHP Billiton Limited's dividends  

 Cheaper petrol prices are welcome for motorists but could come with a sting in the tail for investors in BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP).  

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What you need to know NOW about interest rates, regardless of RBA decision tomorrow

If investing in the share market was less risky, everyone would do it, pushing valuations up and returns down.

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5 ASX tech stocks set to benefit from a massive trend

As the Internet of Things gathers pace, here are 5 stocks set to benefit

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Here's why Kathmandu Holdings Ltd shares were hammered today

Kathmandu Holdings Ltd (ASX:KMD) shareholders have watched their stock lost 64% over the last eight months.

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4 pros and cons of a weak Australian dollar

Given the brutality of the dollar's fall over the last seven months it's worth looking at some of the pros…

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Is Nanosonics Ltd. still a buy after today's big jump?

Nanosonics Ltd. (ASX:NAN) rallied today on strong quarterly sales but further upside is more dependent on the Australian dollar staying…

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6 stocks to buy and 2 to avoid for market-beating returns in 2015

Woolworths Limited's (ASX:WOW) dividend, Westfield Corp Ltd's (ASX:WFD) international exposure and Slater & Gordon Limited's (ASX:SGH) growth prospects could be…

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Ramsay Health Care Limited and REA Group Limited: Top stocks to buy and hold for the next 5 years

Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC) and REA Group Limited (ASX:REA) are steady performers for growth-loving investors.

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3 stocks yielding over 5%: Australia and New Zealand Banking Group, Insurance Australia Group Ltd and Woodside Petroleum Limited

Grab a 5%+ yield with Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ), Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) and Woodside Petroleum…

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Credit Corp Group Ltd reports: Here's what you need to know

How did Credit Corp Group Ltd (ASX:CCP) perform in its first half?

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Get ready for an interest rate cut

Central Bank expected to cut interest rates as early as next week

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Vocation Ltd CEO quits: Can the company recover?

It's been a rough ride for Vocation Ltd (ASX:VOC) shareholders and things could still get worse.

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Westpac Banking Corp sells its Pacific Island banks: What shareholders need to know

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) is selling weaker prospects to focus on higher growth markets.

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Should you buy National Australia Bank Ltd?

In a low interest rate environment, it could be tempting to cash in on National Australia Bank Ltd’s (ASX:NAB) huge…

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Is Slater & Gordon Limited poised for a huge UK acquisition?

Have you ever suffered an accident at work? Or even in the local pub? If so Slater & Gordon Limited…

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Here's why Crown Resorts Ltd is soaring today

Crown Resorts Ltd (ASX:CWN) joins Echo Entertainment Group Ltd (ASX:EGP), Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX:ALL) and other gaming stocks in surprise…

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Here's why Bradken Limited shares have slumped today

It's bad news for shareholders in Bradken Limited (ASX:BKN) with potential acquirers walking away.

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Qantas Airways Limited to post $1 billion profit?

Ignore the hype, it's still an airline with the same issues all airlines have

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You probably didn't know this about term deposits (Risk)

By reinvesting interest income, the risk averse investor has generated a healthy 232% gain over the period.

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Here's why you should avoid the iron ore sector at all costs

Despite the enormity of their falls, investors are still avoiding companies like Arrium Ltd (ASX:ARI), BC Iron Limited (ASX:BCI) and…

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Is now the perfect time to buy BHP Billiton Limited, Telstra Corporation Ltd and Transurban Group?

Should you add these 3 stocks to your portfolio? BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP), Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and Transurban Group…

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iCar Asia Ltd continues massive growth: Is it time to buy this small-cap?

Wise companies learn from the lessons of others.

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My top 3 stocks for 2015: Rio Tinto Limited, Commonwealth Bank of Australia and Scentre Group Ltd

These 3 stocks could be stunning performers this year: Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO), Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and Scentre…

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2 solid dividend stocks for the long-term 

DuluxGroup Limited (ASX:DLX) and IOOF Holdings Limited (ASX:IFL) are stalwart companies both offering tax effective fully franked dividends.

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iProperty Group Ltd surges over 7%: Is it too late to buy?

iProperty Group Ltd (ASX:IPP) has surged to a four-month high and investors should expect further gains despite the stock's high…

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Here's why ResMed Inc. (CHESS) has surged 8.5% today

ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) has now risen more than 17% over the last week.

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10 solid reasons to buy Woolworths Limited today

Investors are being offered a very compelling opportunity to stock up on Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW)

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8 stocks that are providing winning returns in a tough market

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) are two stocks which have helped portfolios outperform in recent years.

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4 great ASX stocks to profit from a falling Australian Dollar

With the dollar tipped to fall as low as US75c, don’t waste time before stocking up on companies like ResMed…

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2 cashed-up stocks for solid returns

Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) and ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) are sitting on big cash positions and strong balance…

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Here's why the worst is yet to come for mining services companies

The worst isn’t over yet for investors in Worleyparsons Limited (ASX:WOR) and Monadelphous Group Limited (ASX:MND)… not by a long…

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4 stocks to protect you from a falling Aussie dollar

A falling dollar bodes well for many ASX-listed companies. Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG), Amcor Limited (ASX:AMC), Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) and…

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Phytotech Medical Ltd leads the way in green investing: Should you buy?

Always wanted to invest in medicinal marijuana? The risks are staggering, but Phytotech Medical Ltd (ASX:PYL) could give you that…

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Iron ore hits new 5-year low: Here's what you need to know

Slowing demand and increased output by BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) are wreaking havoc on the…

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Does MACA Limited have more to lose than Arrium Ltd from today's bad news?

Arrium Ltd's (ASX:ARI) decision to mothball one of its mines and take a massive writedown has hurt MACA Limited (ASX:MLD)…

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Can Transurban Group drive you to riches in 2015? 

All signs are pointing towards more success for Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) in 2015.

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3 things only savvy investors know about gold today

Here's what you need to know before buying Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) and Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) today.

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